Garlic Shrimp Pasta in One Pan
25 min • 420 cal
American • Dinner
Creamy Mushroom Chicken
25 minEasy4 servings
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4
servings
390
calories
32g
protein
8g
carbs
24g
fat
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts, boneless skinless (about 6 oz each)
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 oz shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp parmesan cheese, grated
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- 1
Pat chicken dry and season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 3
Add chicken and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Transfer to a plate and tent with foil.
- 4
Reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the same pan.
- 5
Add mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and tender.
- 6
Add garlic and thyme. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 7
Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
- 8
Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- 9
Return chicken to the pan. Spoon sauce over the chicken.
- 10
Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
- 11
Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley.
- 12
Serve immediately with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Pro Tips
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Slice mushrooms uniformly for even cooking.
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Heavy cream makes a rich sauce, but half-and-half works for a lighter version.
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Fresh thyme is worth using here - it pairs beautifully with mushrooms.
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One Pan Tip
To make cleanup even easier, line your pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil before cooking. This recipe is designed to cook everything in one pan, so you'll only have one pot to wash!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to make Creamy Mushroom Chicken?
Follow the step-by-step instructions above. This recipe takes about 25 min and is rated easy difficulty.
Is Creamy Mushroom Chicken suitable for meal prep?
Yes! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave.
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